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NOMOS Glashütte Orion 38 grayvsTissot PRX Damascus Steel

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Orion 38 gray
NOMOS GlashütteOrion 38 gray
MSRP $3,040
PRX Damascus Steel
TissotPRX Damascus Steel
MSRP $1,175

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Orion 38 gray38mm
PRX Damascus Steel38mm
Power Reserve
Orion 38 gray53 hoursh
PRX Damascus Steel80h
Water Resistance
Orion 38 gray50m
PRX Damascus Steel100m
MSRP
Orion 38 gray$3,040
PRX Damascus Steel$1,175

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Thickness
7.9mm
10.98mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
37.5mm
Lug Width
19mm
11mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Damascus Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Indices
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
DUW 4001
Powermatic 80
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
53 hoursh
80h
Jewels
17
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,040
$1,175

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What people say

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NOMOS Glashütte Orion 38 gray

Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Orion 38 gray for its minimalist Bauhaus design, legible dial with applied golden indices and blued steel hands, and harmonious proportions. Reviewers and owners alike note its comfortable and versatile wearability, with some finding it suitable for both formal and casual occasions. However, some enthusiasts find the Orion 38 gray wears larger than expected due to its all-dial design, while others consider its style polarizing and potentially less versatile for everyday wear. One owner notes the watch is considered delicate for daily wear despite its 5 ATM water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Orion 38 gray highly for its elegant, minimalist design and comfortable wearability.

Tissot PRX Damascus Steel

The Tissot PRX Damascus Steel is noted for its unique Damascus steel case and dial, which some owners find visually appealing and appreciate the intricate pattern. One owner enjoys looking at the watch's movement. The 38mm size is considered reasonable for the price, though it may be too small for some wrists. One owner experienced a scratch that detracted from the Damascus pattern, but this was resolved by the dealer. The reviewer found the Damascus steel case and dial to be "a bit over the top." Overall, owners and reviewers find the Tissot PRX Damascus Steel to be a unique watch with a polarizing aesthetic, with its value tied to its distinctive material.

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